Italian fashion designer Giorgio Armani dies at 91

Legendary Italian fashion designer Giorgio Armani has died at the age of 91, his company announced on Thursday. — Image credit: JULIEN DE ROSA/AFP via Getty Image

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Dead at 91

Giorgio Armani passed away on Thursday at the age of 91.

Fashion legend

Armani was the founder and creator of the Armani Group, known for sleek, elegant Italian design.

Previous condition

The news comes after Armani missed Men’s Fashion Week in Milan, his company saying he was “recovering at home.”

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Legendary Italian fashion designer Giorgio Armani has died at the age of 91. The company he founded shared the news on Thursday, saying he passed away peacefully, surrounded by his loved ones.

Armani was the owner and founder of the Armani Group, known for its sleek, modern Italian style and elegance.

“Tireless, he worked until his final days, dedicating himself to the company, its collections and the diverse and ever-evolving projects both existing and in progress,” the statement read.

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The news of Armani’s passing comes after he missed Milan’s Men’s Fashion Week in June. According to CNN, it was the first time he had not attended his own runway event.

At the time, his company issued a statement saying he was “currently recovering at home” but did not disclose a specific health condition.

This is a breaking news story and will be updated.

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Why this story matters

The death of Giorgio Armani marks the passing of a pivotal figure in global fashion, whose influence shaped modern design and the luxury industry for decades.

Fashion industry influence

Giorgio Armani transformed international fashion with his emphasis on modern Italian elegance, leaving a legacy that will continue to shape design and luxury brands worldwide.

Leadership and legacy

Armani was actively involved in his company until his final days, and his leadership style and vision defined the brand's identity and future direction.

Cultural impact

Armani's work contributed to broader popular culture by impacting trends, celebrity fashion, and perceptions of luxury, setting enduring standards for style and sophistication.

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Key points from the Left

Giorgio Armani, the legendary Italian fashion designer, has died at the age of 91, confirmed by the Armani Group company statement.
Armani was recognized for revolutionizing women's work attire in the 1980s, creating a wardrobe of feminine and timeless suits.
His company, Giorgio Armani S.p.A, was renowned, generating significant revenues and employing around 8,000 people globally.
Funeral arrangements are set for Sept. 6 to Sept. 7 at the Teatro Armani in Milan.

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The Armani Group announced the passing of Giorgio Armani, its creator and tireless driving force, on Thursday at the age of 91.
Armani had been ill for a period and consequently missed his group's show at Milan's Men’s Fashion Week in June, marking the first occasion in his professional life that he was unable to participate in one of his runway events.
He founded his fashion house in 1975 at age 40, building it into a company with annual revenues around 2.3 billion euros and 8,000 employees worldwide.
Armani worked until the end, personally overseeing every aspect of collections and shows, including fixing models' hair and preparing each look before it reached the runway in a theater designed by Tadao Ando.

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Key points from the Right

Italian fashion designer Giorgio Armani has died at the age of 91, as reported by the Armani Group.
He was synonymous with modern Italian style, and his company took in over €2.3 billion a year, leading to a personal net worth of about €5 billion.
Armani had been unwell and missed his first Milan Men's Fashion Week event in June, marking the first time he had missed a runway event in his career.
The Armani Group stated, "With infinite sorrow, the Armani Group announces the passing of its creator, founder, and tireless driving force: Giorgio Armani."

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